NYT Dictionary

HONEYPOT

NounHON-ey-pothon-ey-pot · 3 syllablesCollege

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2018, 2019, 2022, 2025

Meaning

A pot of honey.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English

From Middle English hwny pott; equivalent to honey + pot.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

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NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 1 recorded puzzle, including a pangram:

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